Still Scooping in the Pandemic

Get ready for Scoops. But first up please take this short survey on churches and coming back stats. The more we get the more we can see how we’re doing overall. So far the results are pretty positive http://www.thejenkinsinstitute.com/institute-media-pages/survey-results-link. And, now, Scoops.

NV: The self-scoop to Mark Bassett. He was selected to be the preacher at the Bright Angel church in Las Vegas. The previous preacher, J.B. Myers, will be moving to Arkansas to be closer to family.

TN: Scoop to FH Gates. Keith Pickard, who has been the youth and family minister at LaVergne has accepted the pulpit minister position at Highland Heights in Lebanon. 

AL: The College Avenue Church in Enterprise is seeking a full-time evangelist. Their attendance ran about 170 pre-COVID. They have an established team of five elders and twelve deacons. Enterprise is a very diverse military community, right outside Fort Rucker, the US Army Aviation Center of Excellence. They “will consider applicants who are scripturally sound, socially engaged, and committed to expanding the borders of the Kingdom.” Applicants must be experienced, focused, self-directed, and have a passion for evangelism. There is also the opportunity to serve with Wiregrass Christian Academy [pre-K-6] and Wiregrass Christian Youth Camp. Please submit resume, references, and recent sermon multi-media file or streaming links to EnterpriseEvangelistSearch2020@gmail.com or mail to: College Avenue Church of Christ Attention: Littleton Chatham 200 Roundtree Drive Enterprise, AL 36331.

TX: The Second & Wallace Church of Christ in San Saba is looking for a preacher: They have about 65, Pre-COVID, in attendance and two elders. Contact them: Paul D. Biship 325 372-3454, dbishop@centex.net or Grady Gibson 512 556-7202.  Learn more at: secondandwallacechurchofchrist.com. The job includes a 3 Bedroom preacher’s house and paid utilities.

CA: The Yucaipa church with about 24 members is looking for a man to come help them. They are looking for a full-time evangelist. Not just a pulpit preacher but a true evangelist. They would like someone younger but are not locked to that. They want someone energetic and ambitious for the Lord. They will be getting some extra funds for the work in January but immediately can afford $500.00 per week. This will also increase as the congregation grows. Contact Bobby Duncan 213 324-6057, bob@dsabg.com. 

TN: Steve Cummings has left his work with the Tusculum church in Nashville after 18 years. Learn more about Tusculum at https://tusculum.org/.

TX: The Blossom Church of Christ is searching for a part-time youth minister. They have about 150 members and around 30 kids in middle to high school. They have a very active and supportive youth group that attends summer camps at FHU (Horizons and Mid-South). They also participate in the Dallas L2L convention with great support from the congregation. They are active year-round. Please contact Lanny Mathews if you are interested in this position, or have questions. 903 739-3921, or email a resume to: lmathews@fhu.edu.

FL: The Warrington Church of Christ in Pensacola is looking for a full-time preacher. Applicants should send a one-page resume along with a picture and three current references who know your work in the ministry.  Their attendance Pre-COVID was 110. Warrington is near Pensacola Naval Air Station, home of the Blue Angels, has strong military ties who are interested in building their congregation by attracting young families.  Applicants should not call but wait until contacted by the congregation. Email your interest and materials to drbarryjones1991@gmail.com.

VA: The Christiansburg church is looking for a full-time preacher. Qualifications:  Formal preaching school or Biblical studies education along with full-time preaching experience preferred. They offer a salary and a large home. They are looking for a “Scripturally-grounded preacher committed to glorifying God, edifying members, and evangelizing in the community.” Their attendance runs about 55 and they have elders and deacons. Interested? Forward a resume to Ted Janney tjanney@jetbroadband.com along with any references. They will then send you a short survey/questionnaire to complete and return along with at least one video of a recent sermon you have presented (file or access via YouTube, etc.). Once received and reviewed these items, the search team will advise you of the status of your application and the next steps. Learn more at https://www.thelordsway.com/Christiansburg/.

AL: With Bill Irby retiring the West Hobbs Street church in Athens is looking for a new preacher. Bill has been there for roughly 30 years. Their attendance runs about 350 and they have 4 elders. Email: lrhill@westhobbs.org or call 256 206-2442.

CA: The Lincoln church is seeking a part-time pulpit minister to serve a congregation of 30-40 members comprised of some younger but mainly older Christians.  Their ideal candidate must “possess an in-depth knowledge of God’s word, holding fast to Biblical truths and able to effectively communicate those truths to all age groups for the edification and growth of the Lord’s church in the fast-growing community of Lincoln.” Send resume with at least two audio/video sermons and at least three references to Doug Martindale 2221 Sutter View Lane, Lincoln, CA. 95648 doug3martindale@sbcglobal.net.

OH: The Flanders Road Church in Toledo is seeking a full-time evangelist. Responsibilities include leading congregational evangelistic programs, preaching, teaching, and assisting with youth/young adult discipleship. They are a congregation of 140 members with 2 elders and 6 deacons. The current evangelist of 15 years is returning to the missionary field in Africa. They want a married man whose wife will take a very active role in the Church and community. They are an established congregation of 100 years located in a quiet, residential neighborhood within the highly-rated Sylvania school district. Compensation package includes a 4-bedroom house located beside the property, all utilities included, paid vacation, $60k-70k salary, and an opportunity for the minister’s wife to be the part-time church secretary for an additional $8-10k. Apply by submitting a resume and video lesson link to Jeff Blake at jandvblake@yahoo.com.  For more information go to flandersrdchurchofchrist.com. 

FL: The University City Church of Christ in Gainesville is looking for a full-time pulpit minister to join its staff. Their attendance is 325+ with 6 elders. They are an “established, diverse, and active congregation with one of the top college ministries in the country, a K through 4th grade “Faith City” educational program, an active middle school / high school youth ministry, and an established Lads-to-Leaders program. Our members are actively involved in several foreign missions, a substance abuse recovery ministry, a prison ministry, and other efforts seeking to serve the spiritual and physical needs in our community.” Interested applicants can submit their resumes and link to audio sermon file to the Search Committee: ucccministersearch@gmail.com or 4626 NW 8th Avenue Gainesville, Florida 32605 Learn more about them at: www.universitycitychurchofchrist.org.  

That’s what we know. Let us know what we missed, got wrong, or don’t have at TJI@TheJenkinsInstitute.com.